Connecting the jumper cables, Roadside emergencies – Mazda 2009 Tribute HEV User Manual

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3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle

making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other
moving parts.

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion

before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight
and level.

5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical

surges. Turn all other accessories off.

Connecting the jumper cables

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of

the discharged battery.

Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)

terminal of the assisting battery.

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2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
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Roadside Emergencies

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